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Monday, June 30, 2014

June may be almost over but that doesn’t mean the fun is
over at Entangled Teen! We are excited to be announcing the release of two of
our new titles, Mirror X by Karri Thompson and Going Down in Flames by Chris
Cannon, which readers are already raving about! Plus you can pick up both Mirror
X and Going Down in Flames on sale for just $.99 right now.

About Mirror X:

I was born more than
a thousand years ago.

Put into a cryogenic
tube at age seventeen, forgotten during a holocaust that decimated the world,
I've finally been awakened to a more serene and peaceful future.

But things at the
hospital are new and strange. And it’s starting to scare me.

Everyone is young.
Everyone is banded and tracked. And everyone is keeping secrets.

The cute geneticist
Michael Bennett might be the only good thing in this crazy new world where
“life is precious” but no one seems free to live it. The problem is, I don’t
think he’s being totally honest with me, either.

When I’m told only I
can save the human race from extinction, it's clear my freeze didn’t
avoid a dreadful fate. It only delayed the horror…

Growing up in San Diego, California, Karri Thompson spent
much of her years at the beach, reading novels, tanning, and listening to
music. At SDSU, she earned a BA in English, MA in education, and her teaching
credential. As a wife, mother, and high-school English teacher, she began
writing novels, giving all of the compelling plots and unique characters in her
head a home. Victorian literature rocks her socks, and when she’s not writing,
jogging, going to concerts, or watching her son play football, she’s reading
Dickens.

If her love life is going down in flames, she
might as well spark a revolution.

Finding out on your
sixteenth birthday you're a shape-shifting dragon is tough to swallow. Being
hauled off to an elite boarding school is enough to choke on.

Since Bryn is the
only crossbreed at the Institute for Excellence, all eyes are on her, but it's
a particular black dragon, Zavien, who catches her attention.

Zavien is tired of
the Directorate's rules. Segregated clans, being told who to love, and
close-minded leaders make freedom of choice almost impossible. The new girl
with the striped hair is a breath of fresh air, and with Bryn's help, they may
be able to change the rules.

At the Institute,
old grudges, new crushes, and death threats are all part of a normal day for
Bryn. She'll need to learn to control her dragon powers if she wants to make it
through her first year at school. But even focusing on staying alive is
difficult when you're falling for someone you can't have.

Chris Cannon lives in Southern Illinois with her husband and
her three dogs, Pete the shih tzu who sleeps on her desk while she writes,
Molly the ever-shedding yellow lab, and Tyson the sandwich-stealing German
Shepherd Beagle. She believes coffee is the Elixir of Life. Most evenings after
work, you can find her sucking down caffeine and writing fire-breathing
paranormal adventures. Going Down In Flames is the first book in Chris Cannon's
shape-shifting dragon series.

A princess, trained to behave. An assassin, betrothed to her. A thief, whose eyes she dreams of at night. A kingdom at war, torn apart by the suppression of magic and truth, as well as family secrets that threaten to destroy decades of peace.
Questions of loyalty, of morality, and of free will culminate in a fantasy novel about forging one’s own path and choosing one’s own destiny.

Excerpt:
Alusia smiles wanly. “What happened in Kooram?” she asks.
“There was a party. We were dancing. Seamus and I were celebrating our engagement...” I pause, ashamed. He sits beside me, unaware of my role in this, oblivious to my own deception. “It was my fault.”
Seamus takes my hand. “Alondra, stop. You know this has nothing to do with you.”
“It has everything to do with her,” Alusia interrupts. “And her mother.”
“Look, although Alondra seems thankful for whatever you want to share with her, I don't care what these secrets are. This is not her fault and she does not need you blaming her.” Seamus's anger is new to me. I have been so amazed by his calm, his kindness; he is more like a Demorian now than I have ever seen him, and I have watched him cut a man's throat.
Alusia sighs. “I do not mean to assign blame. But we can no longer pretend that this was a rogue attack, that these events have not culminated in bringing you here, that fate has not worked its magic to get this book into her hands.” She runs her fingers along the book on her lap.
“It's fine,” I say. “But it was not fate. Maybe I did not make the only bad choices, but choices got us here. And I, for one, am tired of hearing about fate.”
“The attack,” Seamus continues. “It was sudden. A siren spell warned us before the mages were slaughtered. I don't know how they breached the Demorian guard, but without the dying spell of an elder mage, no one would be sitting here right now with you.”
“So you ran?” Alusia asks.
“I don't run,” I argue. “In fact, I am only here because someone kidnapped me in my sleep.”
“It was her father's wish,” Seamus mumbles.
“The forces came quickly. We spread the word to meet in the caves and Kooram split into two groups: those who were running for the caves, and those who would stay behind. My parents were with those running, but I stayed. Ereditus, our commander, rallied the troops. Seamus was already by my side. My friend, Lormander...”
I stop and think of that moment. Sanara's face, broken by the choice he was making, is etched into my memory. I watched her fingers slowly fall from his hand and the agony in her glance as she turned back to see him one last time tore me asunder. And now, somewhere, are they reunited? Did she lead everyone to Tallagut? Did he stay behind in the caves to face his death, remembering her kiss as the blade entered his heart? I choke on the images and tears rest on the precipice of my eyelids.
“We stayed,” I repeat. “There were so many of them. It was chaos. Smoke billowed from the streets, from our homes, from everything that was my childhood. I saw young boys, thinking they were brave, split in twain as the attackers stepped over the corpses, trailing death. What I remember most was the sound. The crash of swords, the screams of the fallen, the crackle of burning. The details are hazy. We left Kooram in ruins when we saw that we were outclassed. I walked through fields of carnage to the caves, only to wake on the other side, in a mirror world, yet untouched.”
“The king, he asked that we come here. He said you had the answers, the only weapon we could use against him,” Seamus adds. My shattered body sits beside him, but my mind and my soul are still with the dead.
“I am an old woman, and a forgotten mage,” Alusia says. “I am also the keeper of secrets and memories. I do not forge steel. My only weapon is knowledge. But that I have in abundance, and I believe it is time Alondra take her share.”
She rises from the dusty chair and approaches. I sense my hands as they lift to take the book she offers; the leather cover is hardened, but smooth to touch. I run my hand along the spine and trace the embossed seal.
“Please take this to your room. You will need time, and you will need privacy. When you are done, I will be waiting for your questions.”Dream Cast:Alondra
A princess of a kingdom lost in time and wrapped in secrets. Snarky and difficult, because life has always been easy, she is unprepared to be the leader she needs to be when her city falls.
Seamus:
A trained assassin tasked with keeping his own city, and all the cities of the kingdom, safe. Betrothed to Alondra for diplomatic reasons. Much kinder than his profession reveals.Layla:
A young girl trained to be an assassin, sent to kill the son of the king. Her hopes rest on succeeding in her quest, because if she fails, there is no alternative but death.Tevlin:
The mysterious man who captures Alondra’s heart on a night before the world fell apart. His eyes whispered secrets, but they may be secrets that led to the ruin of everything she held dear.

About the Author:
Sarah Daltry writes about the regular people who populate our lives. She's written works in various genres - romance, erotica, fantasy, horror. Genre isn't as important as telling a story about people and how their lives unfold. Sarah tends to focus on YA/NA characters but she's been known to shake it up. Most of her stories are about relationships - romantic, familial, friendly - because love and empathy are the foundation of life. It doesn't matter if the story is set in contemporary NY, historical Britain, or a fantasy world in the future - human beings are most interesting in the ways they interact with others. This is the principle behind all of Sarah's stories.
Sarah has spent most of her life in school, from her BA and MA in English and writing to teaching both at the high school and college level. She also loves studying art history and really anything because learning is fun.
When Sarah isn't writing, she tends to waste a lot of time checking the internet for pictures of cats, shooting virtual zombies, and simply staring out the window.
She has written several books, most notably Bitter Fruits, an urban fantasy in the Eden’s Fall series, Backward Compatible: A Geek Love Story, and the six book New Adult Flowering series, including Forget Me Not, Lily of the Valley, Blue Rose, Star of Bethlehem, Orange Blossom, and Ambrosia. Social Media Links:Website:http://sarahdaltry.comFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorSarahDaltryTwitter: http://twitter.com/SarahDaltry

When you love someone more than yourself, protecting them is all that matters; it is all there is...

Snow one minute and blazing temperatures the next, horrific storms everywhere, and Ava has no idea what’s causing it. Desperate for answers, she turns to the past. An ancient diary reveals the truth about Element Island and the true origins of those born of the Element. Everything she thought she knew is wrong. Destiny is coming for her unborn child.

Ava’s fairytale has quickly turned into a nightmare. No one can be trusted. Friendships will be tested, and lives will be lost. As nature and destiny collide, a child that will change everything is born. The eruption will mark the beginning and the end, and the battle has just begun.

EXCERPT

…Brea…

Caslan had drawn a strange symbol on the sand in front of her before moving around to stand at her back. “Say these words.” he instructed, the words whispering against her neck as his warm breath tickled the tiny hairs there. Her skin tingled and her heart started to race. “Rub the crystal with your thumb. You’re going to make that baby float,” he said.

Brea laughed, “Yeah, right.”

“You will,” he said against her ear. “Say these words. “Rise up, dance for me, Harinick awlet manicuine, and visualize it. Concentrate on the symbol.” The words rolled off his tongue, making him sound like he was from a different time.

Brea closed her eyes, feeling a strange prickling sensation in the palm of her hand. It felt like it had fallen asleep and was trying to wake back up. Caslan reached for her hand and pried her fingers open. She looked down at the crystal that lay in her palm. Colors flashed within it.

“Say the words and look at the symbol. Make the crystal weightless.”

Brea took a deep breath. “Raise up, dance for me, Harinick awlet manicuine.” She leaned forward and concentrated on the symbol. The symbol turned black and then caught fire. The crystal rose from her hand and floated above the flaming symbol. Brea wanted to scream. She couldn’t believe what she was seeing. The crystal spun higher and higher until it was right in front of her face. It hovered there, spinning like it weighed nothing at all.

Caslan took her chin in his hand and kissed her. His kiss was not careful it was all-consuming and feral. She knew she should fear the strange sensations he was causing her to feel, but it was so amazing. She’d never felt more alive; out of control, yet completely free. His hands moved over her body and suddenly she didn’t want there to be any space between them. She wrapped herself around him as he lowered her to the sand. She heard the crystal drop beside them. He was breathing fast, just like hers. He propped himself up on his elbow, looked at her, and grinned. “I told you that you could do it.”

“You did that.” She accused, a little disappointed that he seemed to want to talk.

“No,” he denied. “That was all you. You did that.”

“Did I really?” she asked, feeling a little better about the talking thing, amazed at what she had done.

He leaned in and, touching her lightly, slowly traced a path over her shoulder and down her arm before he responded, “You did.”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Christina Mobley is a married, mother of four, who spends her days caring for her children. She grew up in Florida, living on the banks of the St.Mary's river, and as a child always had a fascination for storms and the power they wield. The Vangeretta Curse series was inspired by that fascination.

Friday, June 27, 2014

Davy’s world fell apart after she tested positive for Homicidal Tendency Syndrome. She was expelled from her school, dumped by her boyfriend, abandoned by friends, and shipped off to a camp that turns HTS carriers into soldiers. Davy may have escaped, but the damage has already been done. The unthinkable has happened. Now, even worse than having everyone else see her as a monster is the knowledge that they may have been right about her all along. Because Davy has killed.

On the run from government agents, Davy is rescued by Caden, the charismatic leader of an underground group of rebels. Despite Caden’s assurances that the Resistance is made up of carriers like her, Davy isn’t sure she can trust them. Then again, she doesn’t even know if she can trust herself . . . or her growing feelings for Caden. But if she doesn’t belong with Caden and his followers, is there anywhere she can call home?

UNLEASHED mini-teaser:

I thought being labeled a killer and losing everything—my future, family, boyfriend, friends—was the worst thing that could ever happen to me. It’s not. Finding out they were right. Finding out that’s exactly what I am?

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Skylar
lives in a small Pennsylvania town with her best friend, Rhiannon and her best
friend’s brother, Blaze. The three have been inseparable for most of their
lives. Now in their early twenties and out on their own everything is about to
change. But one things remains constant for the beautiful Skylar…she has loved
Blaze for as long as she can remember. Fear is the only thing that stands
between her and the man that has held her heart for her whole life. Can she
trust him with her heart or will she lose him forever?

Dreams of a happily ever after with the man of her dreams pale in
comparison to what awaits Skylar while she sleeps. Dark angels hell bent on
destroying her world, freezing every church in the world cause this vital young
woman to doubt her very sanity. Frightened by the images that follow her every
night, Skylar finds her friends are all she has. Can these three brave friends
fight forces beyond their imagination to save all they’ve ever known?

Three friends embark on a journey that
will forever change not only the world but everything they have ever known.
Will they succeed or will all be lost…

Caissy
was born and raised in South Louisiana.
She now lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and 2 kids. She has 2 dogs and 5 cats. She is an avid reader and she is a lover of
all things paranormal. Her favorite is
vampires. Since she was a teenager she
has been obsessed with vampires. She
enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys watching hockey and football. Her children are both diagnosed with
Autism. They are now 14 and 13. She has been married to the love of her life
for 15 years.

Her debut novel Skylar's Dream is based on
her dad. She lost her dad 15 years ago
to suicide. She has dedicated this book
in memory of him. He was a strong
influence in her life. Her grandmother's
continue to guide her and give her encouragement everyday.

She has always wanted to write since she
first read “The Vampire Lestat” by Anne Rice.
She has never had the courage until recently. Her husband encouraged and guided her to
accomplish her dreams. Her children
are true inspirations to her. She does
not take anything for granted. Everyday
is a blessing.

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Lexi Crandall’s world is
turned upside down her junior year of high school. Her confession tears her
family apart and leaves them broken. Looking for an escape after graduation,
she heads out of town for college. Wracked
with guilt and shame, she keeps to herself, befriending only her roommate,
Paige.

Derek Fressen experiences
one tragedy after another. After learning to cope with being raised by a single
mom, he and his sister, Tiffany, become closer than ever. When Tiffany escapes
for college, Derek takes the opportunity to leave his past behind as well.

San Francisco State
University is where Lexi and Derek find themselves junior year, thrown into the
most uncomfortable situation possible, a group project that requires each to
open up about their past. Their grade depends upon the ability to prove to the
professor through a class presentation that they truly learned about one
another.

Painful memories and terrifying tests of
courage propel Lexi to learn how to take baby steps in the healing process, and
give hope of one day feeling normal. Although he feels he’s pretty well healed
from the horrible events of his past, Derek is lonely and longing for a life of
more.

Will Lexi and Derek be able
to share enough of their lives with each other to pass the class? How much will
Lexi let Derek help her in the process? Are their tragic pasts too much to
overcome, or will love be in their future?Buy the book! Amazon ~ KOBOAbout LisaLisa lives in SUNNY SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA with her wonderful husband and two teenage children.

Lisa lives in Sunny Southern California and has all her life. Her husband is a high school PE teacher and coaches three different high school sports.With two kids in high school and involved in activities both in and out of school, she has a lot to juggle. When home, she locks herself inside the office to write. She's always loved to write, but life always seemed to be too busy. When inspiration finally hit, she made the most of the time her husband and kids were busy and published her first book in February 2014. It's a teen/young adult book and the first in a series. She's just released her first book in her New Adult/Contemporary Romance series. She is hoping to get two more books out before the end of 2014.

An oppressed werewolf princess…
In a world where the werewolf species is rapidly declining, breeding the strongest of the purebred bloodlines is of the utmost importance. But when Victoria Bonvalet is ordered by her alpha father to partake in this breeding program, she rebels by fleeing her home and the protection of the pack.
Though she has never fallen in love, Victoria refuses to mate with someone she doesn’t even know and commit her lifecycle to someone with defective genes, which could ultimately be passed down to her own children. Though she expects to be found eventually, she plans to hide and run until that happens. What she never expects is the attraction she would feel for a one thousand year old vampire lord with a thirst for adventure.
A vampire with nothing to lose…
Tristan Garland has traveled the world, fought in wars, and encountered many enemies over the years he has existed as a vampire, but even his experience as an undead could not have prepared him for the deep magnetism that lures him to his newest neighbor. Though she’s a werewolf, and by law his enemy, Tristan finds in Victoria the desire to continue existing in a world he’s come to loath over the years.
Enemies in the eyes of their own kind but hopelessly in love, Victoria and Tristan must find a way to be together without causing a war between bitter adversaries. But will their refusal to part ways provoke their kinds into a conflict unlike any they had seen before?

As a child, she used to lose herself in an imaginary world by the means of a good book. Now that she’s all grown up, Kristy gets to create her own fictional realms and make them come to life in ways that most readers might not expect.
She’s always had a passion for writing but never had the opportunity do so until now. After trying out numerous options, she realized that writing was what she loved the most so when she found herself with some free time on her hands, she decided to pursue her passion. As it turned out, her very active imagination helped her achieve her goals of creating believable plots with some ordinary, and some not so ordinary characters that helped the stories move along in one way or another.
As she keeps moving along in achieving her dreams of becoming a published author, she divides her time in between her five children and her very understanding husband.